The Castle District
Abergavenny Castle is a picturesque ruin set against a spectacular backdrop of the mountains which surround the town. The castle is located just a short walk from the main shopping area of Abergavenny with ample car parking close by. Enough of the castle remains to imagine that it must have been a formidable fortress. The restored early 19th century hunting lodge built on the original motte, houses the Abergavenny Museum which has an interesting collection of artifacts, a Victorian Welsh farmhouse kitchen, a saddler's workshop among other displays. The museum hosts a number of exhibitions throughout the year, and has quizzes and workshops for children. ...read more
Forests and Woodland
Woodlands previously dominated the lowland of the National Park. As people settled they burnt and cut this vast woodland until forest was replaced by field. Now woodland remains as small but important patches within the mosaic of farmland and many are wonderful to explore. Check under Activities for a list of guided nature tours through the forests of the Beacon National Park.
